Multi-genre, one-man music project Trvth has released a new album entitled Essential Void, which is a collaboration with photographer Jamie Twort. The music featured on the album was inspired by a photographic series by Twort, which is based around the theme of memories and looks at the varying clarity of the mental image formed from one’s long-term memory. The project's aim is to blur the lines between audio and visual representation by using ambient soundscapes to reflect the atmosphere and mood seen in the aforementioned photo series. Each track has an accompanying photo which can be seen by clicking on the individual track names on the album's Bandcamp page, where the album can be downloaded for free. The album's official date of release is this Friday, December 20th.

As detailed in the paragraph I've written on the Bandcamp page my involvement in this project is purely conceptual. I helped out with a few compositional ideas but Captain is responsible for playing and recording all of the music.

Oh well no point in listening then is there?
Haha but seriously, I'm wondering what genre you would classify this as? I haven't listened to Captain's music before but I'm intrigued by this concept and I'm wondering if it's a genre I would like

This shit is really good so far, very inventive. The photography definitely defines the music well and elevates the experience for sure. The music is awesome too, and I like how Michael's getting more and more experimental musically

So far my initial thoughts: I really like some of the sounds in there, especially the violin-sounding thing in the second song (sorry but I'm absolutely horrible at identifying instruments), they create a really nice atmosphere. My only criticism is that some of the songs might be a bit too long and I have trouble paying attention all the way through, although that might be a reflection more on me than on you guys. All round, good work so far!

Most of the music is electronic so no violin but I think I know what you mean. Some of the songs are quite lengthy but personally I feel that's sometimes necessary with this kind of music as a shorter piece wouldn't allow the listener to immerse themselves in the atmosphere properly. Plus I've always thought that one of the main things with ambient music is to allow the listener to contemplate their own thoughts as if taking a journey through their own mind, which often requires lengthier pieces in order to be effective. Glad you're enjoying it overall so far.

Hopefully Captain will be here soon to talk more about the musical side of things. He'll be able to answer your question about the third track.

Ah ok, yeah I see what you mean. I'd like to give some real constructive criticism to help you guys out, but considering I know nothing about the genre there's nothing I can say really, just good job. It was an ambitious project you guys did but I think you've pulled it off well.

But as far as professionalism goes, JT, I think using Sputnik music as the main outlet to advertise isn't really going to lead to professional exposure. Also, considering we all know each other here, we're all going to dig/check out the record regardless of what the thread looks like.

Are there not other sources where you can promote this, because bar the users, I can't see anyone coming to sputnik for music news - especially for independent artists that they would not be exposed to.

@Captain Oh I didn't just mean any echo when I said that, I was talking specifically about the song Echoes by Pink Floyd - the section in Mist and Clarity reminded me a lot of the beginning of that song.

@ Wizard - yes sir, in fact I do. I think it's interesting to consider, as a person creates music per say, what factors in their subconscious affects their output. I can say that my active conscious is almost always blank with a fresh clean slate from outside influences. But that isn't to say that my subconscious isn't always revved up fired and ready to go. Regardless, I'm glad you enjoyed the synths mate and thank you for listening.

For the record, I wasn't trying to insult you or anything. I love (and I mean love) Burzum's synth tracks off his bm albums.